Vacancy Details

Description

Temporary until 31/08/2026
30 hours per week
G12 - £39,494 - £42,001 per annum

About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced, strategic leader to oversee the management of our City Centre, Arts & Events Team. This role involves leading a team of managers across a wide range of activities, including indoor and outdoor markets, arts and cultural programming, events, and the management of key City Centre commercial buildings. You will play a central role in delivering a vibrant, inclusive, and dynamic programme that supports the local economy and enhances the cultural identity of the area.

As the City Centre, Arts, and Events Lead, you will be responsible for ensuring seamless integration and high-performance delivery across all teams, working closely with other stakeholders to align operations with strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

·        •    Lead and oversee the management of the City Centre, Arts, and Events Teams, ensuring the smooth operation of markets, arts, events, retail, and financial management across multiple venues, including Ty Pawb, The Butchers’ and General Markets, Memorial Hall, and the Visitor Information Centre.

·        •    Lead the delivery of a high-quality, programme of corporate events and diverse arts programme, aligned with the Council’s strategic objectives, and act as the foundation for a year-round calendar of events, activities, and learning opportunities.

·        •    Provide the Council with the necessary corporate capacity to manage integrated services, ensuring robust financial planning, effective performance management, and smooth operational delivery.

·        •    Ensure the activities and operations within the City Centre are closely aligned with and responsive to the needs of the local community, fostering positive relationships and community engagement.

·        •    Oversee the planning, delivery, and evaluation of both commercial and cultural initiatives, ensuring they are in line with Council priorities, statutory frameworks, and best practices.

·        •    Direct the operational management of the City Centre, Arts & Events Team, ensuring that all activities, resources, and services are well-coordinated and efficiently delivered.

·       •     Ensure the effective and sustainable management of Ty Pawb, Memorial Hall, Markets and Visitor Information Centre, overseeing their operations and long-term viability.

The Council welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, sexuality, religious belief or age.

The Council is committedto developing its bilingual workforce and welcomes applications from candidates who demonstrate their capability to work in both English and Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.